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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

2.0 star property
Motel with free breakfast, a short walk to Lake Michigan

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Fireplace
Exterior
Business center
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9 PM, sun loungers
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City sits near Lake Michigan, offering guests a seasonal outdoor pool with comfortable sun loungers for afternoon relaxation. Visitors start their day with a free to-go breakfast before connecting to in-room WiFi to plan their adventures.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
417 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Front Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Traverse City State Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Motel near Lake Michigan
Close to Front Street, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City provides amenities like free to-go breakfast and a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 37-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
Guests arriving with a boat, trailer, or large truck must contact this hotel in advance to reserve parking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Howard Johnson Of Traverse City
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Frequently asked questions

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9 PM.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City located?

Located in Indian Woods, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Front Street and Lake Michigan. The Dennos Museum Center and Grand Traverse Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1019 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Libby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at Hojos. Room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe area, comfortable bed, everything was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good stay for a short trip! Was right by downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay here. The front desk people were very helpful, and housekeeping staff kept our room clean. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and bath, pretty comfortable bed
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the large room, walk-in shower, breakfast items, large bright lobby and breakfast area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

It was a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was amazing. Its an older motel, perfectly fine for simply sleeping and showering. Friendly staff! Great location. We'd stay again, you can't beat the price for the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The road noose is alittle hard to sleep & the breakfast is pretty limited. But, the location was perfect fo our stay, & the bed was AMAZIN!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Bad breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area was very nice! The rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Very good location. Good value. Staff went oit of their way to get us early check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the parking convenience to our room. We noticed other clients of the hotel looking like bums from another part of the world. Frankly I had a hard time sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice room Good service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Adequate accomodations..very outdated..nothing fancy..had all the basics and was clean. Very nice outdoor pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Andrew checked us in, he was great! Day staff was polite. (It was not their fault there was no sugar free syrup for breakfast. They should offer that option. (On our last day someone had breakfast before us and took ALL of the oranges. )
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

THERESA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was clean and kept up .. one concern I expressed was the shower SHOULD HAVE 'SAFETY BARS the tile when wet is 'unsafe' and you can easily slip even when you are cautious..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Need to replace old mattresses.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was below average. And when that is the case you need to make sure you don’t run out of coffee, at the very least.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good, building is old and in need of modernizing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night. It was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the hotel and the pool was nice and pretty clean. Breakfast was good but could have used a couple more options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite limited breakfast choices.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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